Defining OA: The Green/Gold and Immediate/Delayed Distinction - Open Access ArchivangelismThe Green/Gold distinction (which is based on who provides the access: the publisher [Gold] or the author [Green]) is more important now than ever, as publishers fight to retain control of their content. The distinction resolves confusion and is simple to understand (but then needs to be adhered to). The OA movement should resolutely push for Green OA; Green OA mandates should be formulated to ens
